We have an exciting opportunity for a Material Controller to join our team within Vistry Works East Midlands, at our factory in Coalville Leicestershire. As our Material Controller, you will be responsible for coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials between various departments. You will review and distribute production schedules and check with department managers/supervisors to gauge progress, inventory levels and production issues. In addition, you must examine materials for compliance and document any exceptions.We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you...
* Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
* Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
* Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
* 2 Volunteering days per annum
* Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
* Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
* Share save and share incentive schemes
* Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
In return, what we would like from you...
* Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality.
* Previous experience and knowledge of working within a manufacturing environment.
* Previous experience within a similar role.
* Computer literacy, including ERP systems, Microsoft word and excel.
* Numeracy skills for accurate record keeping.
* Attention to detail for the accurate fulfilment of material requests.
* Understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements for material handling.
* Verbal and written communication skills for understanding requests and responding to material requests.
* Ability to prioritise workload.
* Experience in Dynamics 365.
* Experience in manufacturing.
* Have a proficient level of skill with conducting an array of IT tasks and will strive to remain up to date with the use of required software.
More about the Material Controller role...
* Inspecting materials on receipt and book into ERP system.
* Work with logistics to transport materials between locations within the factory.
* Ensuring lineside locations are replenished in a timely manner.
* Progress chasing of material shortages – Liaising with required departments.
* Support cycle/PI counts to ensure stock accuracy.
* Ensuring physical stocks are aligned within ERP system.
* Entering material movements within ERP system.
* Responding to material requests from other business departments.
We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry.